Applications for Summer Start 2022 will be available in Spring 2022.
Please contact New Student Programs at 919.515.1234 or new-students@ncsu.edu with any questions.
Start your degree early by earning up to eight credit-hours during the summer before your first semester. Through Summer Start, you can
- LIVE in the heart of campus
- CONNECT with new students and student mentors
- ENGAGE with faculty in smaller classes
- EXPLORE academic and personal interests in a supportive environment
Summer Start is a unique opportunity for you to jump start your NC State undergraduate experience by taking summer session II classes before your fall semester in August. Summer Start is open to all new first year and transfer students (including international students and Spring Connect students).
Important Dates for Summer 2022
- Program Dates: June 22 – August 3, 2022
- Move-In: Wednesday, June 22, 2022 (tentative)
- Welcome Program: Wednesday, June 22, 2022 (tentative)
- First-Year Virtual Orientation Session: Thursday, June 22, 2022 (tentative)
- Transfer Virtual Orientation Session: Friday, June 24, 2022 (tentative)
- Summer Classes Begin: Monday, June 22, 2022
- Summer Final Exams: August 1 – August 2, 2022
Potential Impact of Covid-19
NC State is anticipating returning to normal operations for the fall semester, and we are encouraged by the current trends of COVID-19 infections throughout our city and state. Therefore, Summer Start is moving forward with a hybrid format for summer 2021, including on-campus housing options and online class delivery.
Program Overview
Learn more about jump starting your NC State experience!
Advising & Courses
Preview a sample schedule for what classes to take during Summer Start
Expenses & Financial Aid
Program costs and financial aid options will be updated in Spring 2021
Summer Housing
Check out University Housing's website for more information about summer housing options!
New Student Orientation
Summer Start students are required to participate in New Student Orientation, more information to come.
Events & Programs
Check out all program details from Summer 2021 to see what is offered during Summer Start!
Still have a question? Contact us at new-students@ncsu.edu for assistance!